2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Six-Speed

Description

Previously used on high-performance Aston Martin models since the 1950s, the Vantage nameplate made a return at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show as its own separate model. The lightest, most agile model in the range, the Vantage was effectively a successor to the 1989-2000 Virage and priced to compete with the Porsche 911. It shared its aluminum “VH” chassis with the more expensive DB9 – albeit 12.3 inches shorter and with 5.5 inches cut from the wheelbase – dressed in a stunning body design by Henrik Fisker. Under the hood sat a 4.3-liter, naturally aspirated V8 engine which could be paired with either a six-speed Sportshift automated manual, or a six-speed manual transmission specially made by Graziano in Italy. Together with its front-mid mounted engine and rear-mounted transmission, the Vantage boasted a near-perfect 49/51 weight distribution, and achieved 0-60 mph in just 4.8 seconds on its way to a top speed of 175 mph.      

Highlights

• All-alloy, quad overhead camshaft, 32-valve 4.3-liter V8 rated at 380 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque

• Six-speed manual transmission

• Finished in Tungsten Silver over a Gray leather interior with Alcantara headlining and alloy facia

• 10-spoke lightweight aluminum alloy wheels

• Bonded aluminum chassis structure

• “Swan” doors

• Showing just over 117,000 miles at the time of listing

Features

• Optional High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with powerwash

• LED tail lamps

• Rack-and-pinion power-assisted steering

• 10-way electrically adjustable seats

• 160-watt radio tuner and six-disc CD autochanger

• Automatic temperature control

• Heated rear window

• Reversing sensors

• Trip computer

• Column reach and tilt adjust

• Radial-mounted four-piston monobloc calipers

• Ventilated and grooved steel discs

• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Known Imperfections

• The CARFAX Vehicle History Report documents an accident on 29 December 2013, noting “vehicle involved in a rear-end collision with another motor vehicle, damage to front, vehicle functional, airbags did not deploy.”

• A True360 inspection report on 5 April 2017 issued a cosmetic body score of 96/100 and documented “very minor” scuffs on the front and rear bumper covers.

• A subsequent accident report on 19 August 2017 notes “vehicle involved in a rear-end collision with another motor vehicle, damage to left rear, airbags did not deploy.”

• Front grille mesh is slightly bent on the driver’s side

• Wear on the driver’s seat upholstery

• Plastic front lip is cracked

• Rear driver's side reflector is cracked

• Rock chips on the front bumper

• Metal chipped on interior door panels

• Upper dash upholstery is lifting

• Paintwork performed on the driver’s front fender

Included

• Additional dual disc clutch and flywheel from a DB9

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History report places this V8 Vantage in Florida and Minnesota from new. The car has reportedly been daily driven by an Aston Martin service technician for the last five years.

Additional Notes A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Kevin Kovac Phone: 224.595.9201 email: kkovac@hagerty.com

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